Summer Comes to a Close...I heard some amazing things from our Summer Wake Party at the Biglers this past Sunday. We had 49 students and 14 adults come out for an afternoon of swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and snacking. The weather was relatively cooperative and the water temperature was great! It was a second straight year of bringing the summer months to a close with a fantastic time of fellowship. What a perfect way to celebrate the summer that was! I'm sure plenty of you were busy throughout the summer and may not have kept in touch with all that was going on with the ministry...Be on the look out for a picture display of our summer activities in the next few weeks!
And although the start of school may not thrill everyone (I actually begin classes at Evangelical Theological Seminary this Thursday!) I'm excited about the upcoming year! We have so much great things in store this fall our lovely children more consistently. I'm pumped for another year of growing in Christ and serving our mission as His Church to the community around us. Please mark your calendars for September 13th for our Parent Gathering that will plug you in with everything you need to know!
This Week
- Barnstormer Fundraiser: Volunteers Arrive BY 5:15pm
- MP3 Conference: Saturday, LEAVE from Grace by 8:45am
- One Worship: Leave Grace at 5:30, back by 8:30pm
Volunteers arrive by 5:15pm *This is going to be a BUSY one! I have 25 people who have signed up to volunteer, so we are looking to recruit at least 10 more.
MP3 Conference: Saturday August 29th
Leave from Grace at 8:45am, back at 10pm
This is an equipping conference for middle and high school students that is focused on motivating and equipping them to share their faith with their lives during the school year to their peers and community. Packed with worship, prayer, Bible study, small groups and other activities and experiences, this will be a huge motivating step for the school year. Sign ups are required. Cost is $25 and includes lunch and dinner. The conference is held at Lampeter UMC.
One Worship: Sunday August 30th
We are kicking off the school year right with a time of worship and prayer at Lampeter UMC. We will carpool from the church for a night of coming together with other Penn Manor and LS students to ask God to lead us into our first day of school.
Meet at Grace by 5:30pm, back by 8:30pm
Deeper Bible Study: Thursday Sept. 10th, 6:30-9pm
We'll have dinner ($2 suggested donation) and worship up in the gym before heading to the Youth Room for our Bible study around 7:15. We're going through the 50 Essential New Testament passages and it's easy to get involved: Read the 5 passages below for the 10th, take notes, and come to dig into those passages together.
For Sep 10th: John 1:1-18; Luke 1:1-80; Luke 2:1-40; Luke 3:1-20, Matt.3:13-4:17
Service Day: Saturday Sept 12, 8am-Noon
Put your faith into action and get dirty! We'll be meeting the needs of our community so wear clothes that you don't mind getting muddied with service! Parents you are encouraged and invited to serve with us. This is not simply a teen event! We'll meet at the church at 8am.
Encounter Kick Off: Sunday Sept 13th, 10-11am
What does it mean to follow Christ in school? How does the Bible intersect with your life today? Encounter Christ through video clips, reflection on Scripture, discussion and activity. This fall we are looking to split our teaching time for Jr and Sr Highers up (Still meeting in the Youth Room together). Light breakfast snacks provided.
Parent Gathering: Sunday Sept 13th, 6:30-8:30pm
Every quarter we invite parents out to hear about the upcoming calendar and vision of the ministry. Bring your questions and thoughts as we look at what God is doing and how you and your teenagers can be more involved. Drop your son/daughter in the gym for Sunday Night Live and grab a seat in the Youth Room!
Sunday Night Live: Starting Sept 13th, 6:30-8:30pm
Wrap up the weekend and kick start your school week with a time of fun and fellowship that connects God's truth to your lives. Come relax and understand God more through a time of activity, food and relationships. Don't miss our Back 2 School Special on the 20th!
